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Discover Scuba Diving - Minicurso

If you want to experience diving for a day, the PADI Discover Scuba Diving course is perfect for you. It's a one-day diving session that includes two dives at different sites in Tayrona National Park.

The first dive is from a calm, shallow area, and the second is from a typical dive site so you can experience what it's like to be a diver for a day.

*Remember that you must rest for at least 18 hours after your last dive before taking a flight.*

Recommended age

10-70
Duration

4 hours
Languages

Spanish, English

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Itinerary

This is what you’ll find in your experience

Your adventure begins with a warm welcome at Oceano Scuba Diving in Taganga. After check-in, you’ll join a short theory session where your instructor will explain how the gear works, basic hand signals, and underwater safety rules. Next, you’ll head to the swimming pool session, a safe and calm environment to practice breathing underwater and learn essential diving skills before entering the sea.

Once you’re ready, you’ll board a catamaran or speedboat toward the dive sites located in the crystal-clear waters of the Tayrona National Natural Park or nearby coastal areas. There, you’ll enjoy two open water dives of about 30–40 minutes each, discovering coral reefs and tropical marine life, always closely supervised by your PADI instructor.

Between dives, you’ll relax on board and enjoy a light snack with a drink, before heading back to the dive center. Upon return, you can shower, store your gear, and unwind with free Wi-Fi, coffee, or tea. Finally, you’ll receive your official PADI online registration and personal logbook entry, marking your first diving experience. The total duration of the activity is approximately 4–5 hours, making it an ideal half-day adventure in the Caribbean.

Capacity

Minimum 1 People and maximum 10 People
Meeting Point

Carrera 2 # 17 - 46 Esquina, Taganga, Santa Marta, Magdalena
Schedules
- Pickup time:07:00:00
- Start time: 07:30:00
- End time: 12:00:00

Includes

🔹 Pool training session to get comfortable with the equipment and practice basic diving skills before heading into the ocean.
🔹 Theoretical introduction led by a certified PADI instructor, covering underwater signals, equipment use, and essential safety rules.
🔹 Two open water dives, always guided by a professional instructor, exploring reefs and marine life around Taganga and the Tayrona area.
🔹 PADI brochure and personal logbook to record your very first diving experience.
🔹 Official PADI online registration, validating your participation in the program.
🔹 Catamaran or speedboat ride to the dive sites, enjoying stunning views of the Caribbean coast.
🔹 Light snack included: sweet treat, lemonade, and cold water, with vegetarian and vegan options available.
🔹 Dive insurance with hyperbaric chamber coverage, for your full peace of mind.
🔹 Full set of diving equipment, including regulator, BCD, tank, mask, fins, and wetsuit (3 mm or 5 mm) available in sizes from XXS to 5XL.
🔹 Certified PADI instructor, bilingual and highly experienced.
🔹 Comfortable facilities at the dive center: lockers, storage area, showers, free high-speed Wi-Fi, coffee, tea, and cold water available at all times.

Not included

🔹 Transportation to or from the dive center.
🔹 Underwater photos or videos (available for an additional fee).
🔹 Tips for instructors, crew, or staff (optional).
🔹 Full meals other than the provided snack.
🔹 Full PADI Open Water Diver certification (this is an introductory mini-course).

Recommendations and tips

🔹 Get a good night’s rest and avoid alcohol before diving to ensure maximum comfort and enjoyment.
🔹 No prior experience is required, but basic swimming skills and comfort in the water are recommended.
🔹 Do not fly within 12–18 hours after diving to avoid pressure-related health issues.
🔹 Use biodegradable sunscreen to protect both your skin and the coral reefs.
🔹 Bring a swimsuit, towel, light clothing, and a dry change of clothes for after the dive.
🔹 If you wear glasses or contact lenses, inform your instructor — special masks are available.
🔹 Listen carefully to your PADI instructor’s guidance and communicate any discomfort underwater.
🔹 Stay calm, breathe slowly, and enjoy the feeling of weightlessness and freedom beneath the surface.
🔹 Arrive 30 minutes before the start time for check-in and gear preparation.
🔹 If you love the experience, consider continuing with the PADI Open Water Diver Course, the next step to becoming a certified diver.

Policies

🔹 Cancellations made at least 48 hours in advance are eligible for a full refund or free rescheduling.
🔹 Cancellations made between 24 and 48 hours before the activity will incur a 50% charge of the total cost.
🔹 Cancellations made less than 24 hours in advance or no-shows are non-refundable.
🔹 If the activity must be canceled due to weather conditions, maritime authority decisions, or safety concerns, a new date or full refund will be offered.
🔹 Refunds are processed using the same payment method used at the time of booking.
🔹 In the case of a medical reason with proper documentation, rescheduling will be allowed without penalty.